Nantwich firm Connect shortlisted for two top awards

Innovative Nantwich firm Connect have been shortlisted as finalists for two prestigious awards.

The company based at Alvaston Business Park is in the running in the Learning Awards 2020 – Innovation in Learning Award and the Bett Awards 2020 – Innovator of the Year.

The Learning Awards recognise innovation and achievement in workplace learning.

Connect has been named as one of only 8 International finalists for The Learning Awards 2020 – Innovation in Learning Award category.

The Bett Awards are a celebration of the inspiring creativity and innovation that can be found throughout technology for education.

The awards form an integral part of Bett each year, the world’s leading showcase of education technology solutions.

Connect works with partners to deliver solutions to enhance learning experiences and provide best opportunities for them to achieve.

Its award-winning virtual role-play platform, C-Live, was initially developed for teacher training, using interactive technology in a virtual classroom environment.

The Innovation in Learning Award is open to any organisation that can demonstrate that they have made a unique and innovative contribution to the delivery of learning.

The Bett Award rewards individuals, teams, or companies which can demonstrate outstanding innovation over the past year.

Susan Day, Connect’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “We are delighted that Connect has been selected as a finalist for The Learning Awards 2020 and BETT 2020.

“Our training solution is completely unique to the UK and unlike traditional training, gives people the chance to build their confidence by practicing scenarios that they will encounter in their professional lives.

“This all happens in a safe but realistic environment.”

Winners for The Learning Awards will be announced at 5-star London Hilton on Park Lane on 20th February 2020.

Winner for the Bett Awards 2020 will be announced at The Troxy on 22nd January 2020.